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Life at Auburn

Students and Staff Give Back during The Big Event

Every year since 2003, Auburn University’s Student Government Association has hosted one of Auburn University’s largest outreach events called The Big Event. The Big Event is a student-run, university-wide volunteer event during which Auburn students and faculty perform basic community service activities for local businesses, organizations, churches, and residents. The day-long event serves as... Continue reading Students and Staff Give Back during The Big Event

Meet the Team

Meet the Team: Dr. Robert Weigel

Dr. Robert Weigel Title: Academic Director Dr. Robert Weigel is the Academic Director at Auburn Global. Dr. Weigel earned an M.A. in history, and a Ph.D. in German literature at the University at Albany, State University of New York. As Academic Director, Dr. Weigel oversees the quality of the academic curriculum of the International Accelerator... Continue reading Meet the Team: Dr. Robert Weigel

Meet Our Students

Meet Arjit, Our Industrial Design student from India

Country of Citizenship: India Major: Industrial Design Auburn Global Program: Integrated Accelerator Program What were your expectations before coming to Auburn? Were they fulfilled? Honestly, I tried not to have many expectations before coming to Auburn, but I can definitely say that any expectations I had were fulfilled if not exceeded. The campus is... Continue reading Meet Arjit, Our Industrial Design student from India

College Tips

How to Cope with Homesickness

Courtney Edwards
February 26, 2016
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Mid-semester is a busy time for students. Assignments are due, it's time for midterm exams, and you might be missing your family and friends back at home. While feeling homesick is normal, there are ways that you can overcome these feelings. We asked our Auburn Global students how they prevent and cope with homesickness. Read on... Continue reading How to Cope with Homesickness

Life at Auburn

Home Sweet Auburn

Courtney Edwards
February 18, 2016
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Van Pham Thi Ha To is a second year graduate student at Auburn University studying Aquaculture (Master of Science). Last summer, Van researched in Gulf Shores, Alabama. This is a letter that she wrote while she was away. Country of Citizenship: Vietnam Dear Auburn, Without a doubt, this has been a good summer. I feel... Continue reading Home Sweet Auburn

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Don’t Say Goodbye: Keeping in Touch With Your High School Friends

Going to college is challenging since there are so many new activities, places, and friends. Just because college is about meeting different people does not mean you have to leave your old friends back at home. Here are some helpful tips for balancing your high school friends with your college ones. 1. Make a... Continue reading Don’t Say Goodbye: Keeping in Touch With Your High School Friends

Life at Auburn

Spring Orientation 2016

The beginning of a new semester is a very exciting time at Auburn Global because it means that new students are arriving from around the globe. The new Auburn Global students arriving for the Spring 2016 semester were greeted by the smiling faces of our Student Services Advisors, Global Guides, and Auburn Global staff. In... Continue reading Spring Orientation 2016

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A Complete Checklist for Your Arrival in the U.S.

Ami Chang
August 3, 2015
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Traveling requires planning and when you’re traveling internationally, packing correctly is especially important. But before you pack, you have to know what to pack. Creating a list is often the first step when preparing for international travel. First, let’s discuss the clothing you will need to bring. Most students will arrive in July or August,... Continue reading A Complete Checklist for Your Arrival in the U.S.

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American Slang Words You Totes Need To Know

Ami Chang
July 14, 2015
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OMG, you’re coming to the USA! Study up on this list of common informal words so you can avoid epic fails when it comes to American slang. For real. All the _________ (phrase) An exaggeration to show strong feelings, usually in a positive way. Example: “Do you like puppies?” “I love all the puppies!” Basic (adjective)... Continue reading American Slang Words You Totes Need To Know

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A Graduate Student’s Perspective about Auburn University

Ami Chang
July 7, 2015
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Courtney Edwards' Profile: Country of Citizenship: United States of America Major: Communication Auburn Graduate Student What do you love most about Auburn? I love the sense of family and belonging that I feel at Auburn. No matter where you are in the world, it is likely that there is a fellow Auburn family... Continue reading A Graduate Student’s Perspective about Auburn University